Deaf Clients
T.C.
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Just wondering.....does anyone have any deaf clients? I am learning sign language in an attempt to ready myself in case anyone needs my services. Has anyone done the same or do you offer this service?
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My company uses a 3rd party provider to cater for deaf clients. I believe the company come and install something on your computer and we pay a very small monthly fee (very small if I remember correctly). When a deaf client comes in, we call a number and speak to the person on the phone who then translates via the computer screen for the client.
I know a little sign language and I'd love to be better at it, but unless you're using it frequently I would imagine it's very difficult to actually be good enough to hold a conversation with someone.0 -
I guess so, but I am going to try and keep practising. I am also hoping to offer this as part of my tutoring role.0
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I'm sure it would be a lovely skill to have but it would rarely be required. I have a client who has very little hearing ability but we do most corresponding via email which works fine.0
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Most of my clients have poor listening ability.
I have yet to find an adequate solution!0 -
That is different Dean. I am concentrating on helping those who 'choose' to listen!!0
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I learnt sign language a couple of years ago, enough to hold a conversation, I think I got to level 3 then had to stop. If we had any deaf clients come in I'd be able to sign the basics but as I don't have much chance to use it its one of those skills that you lose unfortunately. It's such a good thing to know though. I loved signing with the deaf community. B xxx0
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Thank you. That is exactly what I want to be able to do.0
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